Criminals released back into communities after stalled deportations Fri, 9 Jul 2021, 8:30AM
A number of offenders subject to deportation orders are living in the community after being released from prison because they cannot travel home due to Covid-19. (Photo / 123RF)
Criminals released back into communities after stalled deportations Fri, 9 Jul 2021, 8:30AM
A Christchurch woman is fighting to keep her rapist behind bars until he can be deported - but he may be released on parole to live in the community while he waits for a flight home.
The Herald can reveal he will join a number criminals who are subject to deportation orders who have been released from prison but have been unable to leave New Zealand due to Covid-19 restrictions.
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